December 15, 1959 – June 29, 2017

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Jim MacLeod, on June 29th at the age of 57. 
Our hearts are breaking and tears are falling and not a moment passes without sensing a great loss. 
Jim was loved by his family and everyone that knew him. 

Jim is survived by his loving wife Janet, mother Hazel, brother Dan, daughter, Delilah (Scott), daughter Darla, granddaughter, Makaila, grandsons, Dominic, Braxton, Joey and Luka. He also leaves behind many family and friends, and his extended family the Gillinghams.
Jim was predeceased by his father George MacLeod, daughter Tannis Allison and Auntie Elsie Linfoot.

Jim was born December 15, 1959 in Vancouver, and raised in Terrace, and Prince George, BC and came to live in Kamloops in 1972.
Jim met the love of his life Janet in 1985 and they married in 1987. They were about to celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary on August 1st. 
Jim loved to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren and the daycare kids who came to his house. Jim loved to ride his Harley; he rode side by side with his wife Janet for many years. One of his favourite things to do was riding with his buddies on their annual bike trips and their Wednesday night rides. He also loved his place at Cedars Spring RV where he and Janet, family and friends spent many fun times. 

Jim’s life was all about family and anyone who knew him knew that about him. 
Some of Jim’s treasured memories were of his hunting trips, boating and water skiing, camping trips, travelling to the U.S and Mexico.

Jim graduated from NorKam Secondary School and then in 1981 was hired at Kamloops Pulp.
Jim’s career at Kamloops Pulp was something he loved and he carried a piece of that spirit throughout his work life no matter the job nor the affiliation he belonged to. Jim was unafraid to stand up for his rights, speak up for others and always stay true to his word. Jim’s time at work was spent in many areas of the mill as he worked in most of the departments of the plant over his career; always performing his job to a high standard. Jim’s time at Kamloops Pulp spanned almost four decades. Jim was an active union brother with strong beliefs throughout his work career.
“he was fearless, he was strong and proud
He lit up every room, stood out in every crowd
He was a gift from above, and he blessed us with his love
I see his soul, shining through my tears
Farewell Jim, ride free….”
we will miss your joy, your big smile and how you made
each of us feel special, you were so loved,
and you will be so deeply missed by so many.

Wide open until you see God and brake 

Jim is gone but not forgotten as his heart was so big and touched so many. The family would like to thank the First responders of Domtar, the paramedics, the staff and doctors at Royal Inland hospital. The family would like to thank Unifor for all their support (Rene Pellerin, Charlie Fraser). 
We would like to thank Dale Larson for his caring nature and support as well as the entire Domtar family for their support at this difficult time.
Please join us on July 15th, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Summit Drive Church, 1975 Summit Drive, Kamloops, BC 
Tea will be served after the service and a gathering thereafter at the MacLeod residence, 758 Franklin Rd., Kamloops, BC
Condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com.

• Date : 2017-06-29
• Location : Kamloops, B.C.